Why cannot the natural man receive the things of the Spirit?

Answer

"But the natural man receives not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither
can he know because they are spiritually discerned." 1 Cor. 2: 14.
 


18. When asked by the rich young man the conditions of eternal life, to what did Jesus direct his attention?
What was the special mission of John the Baptist?
Is there danger of delaying correction too long?
What requirement was made by these teachers from Judea concerning the ceremonial law?
Through whom will come this redemption from the grave?
For what did Abraham look?
In the new earth, what will he no more?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle